RE: Need to know......
Turned 56 this past Monday. Started bowhunting 18 years ago with compounds. Sold my compounds in the winter of 1999 and ordered a T/D recurve made by a fella in the local area. Have since given it to my son-in-law, bought a Chek-Mate Firebird, gave it to my son, bought a Fox Reverse Handle longbow, because some fella says Long Bows Rule, then sold it and ordered a Check-Mate Crusader from that LBR fella. I must say I do agree with him. Long Bows (do) Rule! And I love my Crusader.
I will give you one tip in three words all starting with the letter F. Family, fun, focus. Always put your family first, have fun and focus whether practicing or drawing down on an animal for a shot.
Bill
Praise the Lord, He is worthy